Swiss German Market Manager

Location: Zurich, Switzerland
📄 Contract Type: Permanent – Full-time
💼 Industry: Professional Tools / Equipment / B2B Sales

About the Role

A well-established company in the professional tools sector is seeking a Market Manager to oversee and expand its presence in the German-speaking region of Switzerland. This position plays a key role in executing sales and marketing strategies, managing client relationships, and ensuring market growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage sales & marketing activities in German-speaking Switzerland

• Drive customer acquisition while maintaining strong relationships with existing clients

• Visit clients regularly (approx. 4 days/week on the road)

• Manage order backlogs and ensure high client satisfaction

• Participate in industry events and trade shows

• Train distributors or partners on product features and value

• Monitor merchandising and POS display effectiveness

• Share market insights with internal teams

• Respect all internal policies related to quality, health, safety, and environment

Additional Tasks

• Prepare commercial offers based on internal pricing policies

• Manage discount and sample programs within set guidelines

Your Profile

✔️ Minimum 5 years’ experience in B2B sales or area/regional management
✔️ Background in tools, agriculture, landscaping, or technical sales is a plus
✔️ Native-level Swiss-German with at least B2 level in both French and English
✔️ Based in (or willing to relocate to) Zurich region
✔️ Strong communication and presentation skills
✔️ Independent, self-motivated, and well-organized
✔️ Valid driving license
✔️ Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, ERP systems (e.g. ProConcept), and Power BI

Education & Languages

🎓 Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
🗣️ Languages:

• German: Native or Bilingual

• French: Minimum B2

• English: Minimum B2

What’s Offered

✨ Flexible working model (hybrid/remote)
✨ Bonus or profit-sharing system
✨ Dynamic and supportive team environment
✨ Commitment to professional development
✨ Strong internal policies on sustainability, equity, and employee well-being

Interested?

Apply now to join a mission-driven company shaping innovation in the tools and equipment sector across Switzerland.